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Welcome to the most difficult mountain bike race in the country: The Butte 100. The Butte 100 race weekend consists of three individual races, a 100 mile, 50 mile and the Sorini 25, taking place atop the Continental Divide just outside of Butte, Montana. The race has grown from a small group of dedicated locals on a gravel road, to world-class athletes competing on world-class trails. With outstanding partnerships with the USFS, BLM, community of Butte, our generous sponsors, and the “neon army” of volunteers, the Butte 100 races continue to provide the best mountain bike racing experience possible. 

Butte 100 Rider 'Highlights'

Alex George:

By Lacey Middlestead

Alex George first took up mountain biking after graduating from college to keep him busy during the summer. His aunt bought him his first bike, and from the moment his tires hit the trails, he was hooked.

“It’s such a great way to interact with the trails and just get out and explore because you can go so far in a day and see all these great things,” said George.

While George has ridden the Butte 100 course, this will be his first year racing it. An unfortunate bout of food poisoning forced George to pull out of the 2023 race, but he is excited for a second attempt at the 50-mile course.

“It’s our hometown race and, honestly, I think it’s the best mountain bike race in Montana,” said George.

His goal is to finish the race in under six hours, but he’s mostly just grateful for the opportunity to ride.

“Whether it’s shooting for time or just trying to finish, it’s a super accessible thing that anyone can do,” said George.

Mike Borduin

By Lacey Middlestead

Mike Borduin has been racing mountain bikes for 35 years and can barely remember life before starting the sport.

“Every once in a while, you find a sport that calls to you,” said Borduin. “Mountain biking is that sport for me.”

Originally from New Mexico, Borduin moved to Butte in 1997 and has a long history competing in the Butte 100 event. He has completed the Butte 100 course five times and the Butte 50 three times – two of which were on a tandem bike with his wife.

Riding the 50-mile course this year, he takes his role on the Butte Coca Cola Racing Team seriously.

“Having that jersey – the Butte Coke jersey, you need to represent the community,” said Borduin. “You’re kinda the spokesperson for the community by wearing that jersey.”

While taking a more casual approach to the race this year, he eagerly awaits the challenge it brings.

“Set goals that scare you a little every year,” said Borduin. “Challenge yourself a little. It helps not only keep you focused but in shape too.”

Bear Stillwagon and Jesse Myers

By Lacey Middlestead

The adage that “two are better than one” couldn’t be truer in the case of cyclists, John “Bear” Stillwagon and Jesse Myers. Training partners and best friends since first meeting during the Butte 100 race years ago, the pair will be riding the Butte 50 course this year on a tandem bicycle.

“It’s kind of nice that we’re doing this together, and it takes a little of that training pressure off and makes cycling fun like it’s supposed to be,” said Myers.

“It’s just a nice way to do something different and enjoy the Butte 100 races in a different way,” said Stillwagon.

With 9,000 feet of elevation gain and some 100 tight switchbacks along the course, the tandem will add an additional challenge. But the pair are experienced with the course and are taking a more laid-back approach to this year’s race.

“This year is going to be much different in that we’re just going to have fun and enjoy it,” said Stillwagon.”

“At least the back person doesn’t have to steer,” joked Myers who will ride the stoker position. “I can grab the water bottle and put in in Bear’s mouth while he steers.”

Packet Pickup Timeline

Friday, July 19, 2024

2:00-7:00pm Racer packet pickup at the Butte Civic Center-Annex

6:00pm Mandatory meeting for all racers at the Butte Civic Center-Annex

Race Day Timeline

Saturday, July 20, 2024

5:45am 100-mile race roll-call: Starting Line

6:00am 100-mile race start

6:45am 50-mile race roll-call: Starting Line

7:00am 50-mile race start

7:45am roll call Sorini 25 Starting Line

8:00am Sorini 25 Mile Race Start

2:00pm Live music for racers, families, volunteers and spectators

5:00-6:30pm Award Ceremony: Finish area at Start/Finish, Order of

podium 25-mile race, 50-mile race, 100-mile race

Location of Racers by City/State

MONTANA

Ananconda-7

Arlee-1

Belgrade-4

Big Sky- 7

Billings-5

Bozeman-88

Butte-64

Clancy-8

Columbia Falls-1

Corvallis-4

Deer Lodge-1

East Helena-1

Florence-1

Gallatin Gateway-1

Gardiner-2

Great Falls-2

Hamilton-2

Helena-24

Kalispell-9

Livingston-3

Lolo-2

Missoula-99

Philipsburg-1

Red Lodge-1

Shelby-1

Sheridan-2

Stevensville-2

Twin Bridge-1

Walkerville-1

West Yellowstone-1

Whitefish-12

Whitehall-1

ALASKA

Anchorage-2

ARIZONA

Fountain Hills-1

Wickenburg-1

COLORADO

Denver-3

Golden-2

Westminster-1

IDAHO

Ammon-3

Boise-2

Coeur d’Alene-3

Grangeville-1

Hayden-3

Idaho Falls-22

Iona-3

Mccall-1

Meridian-2

Nampa-1

Rexburg-2

Salmon-1

MARYLAND

Linthicum Heights-1

Millersville-1

MICHIGAN

Grand Rapids-2

NEVADA

Spring Creek-2

TEXAS

Willis-3

UTAH

Cottonwood Heights-1

Holladay-1

Park City-3

Provo-3

Saint George-1

Salt Lake City-10

Sandy-1

Santaquin-2

VIRGINIA

Alexandria-1

Palmyra-1

WASHINGTON

Cle Elum-1

Colfax-1

Kirkland-1

Olympia-1

Otis Orchard-1

Seattle-2

Spokane-14

WEST VIRGINIA

Belington-1

Davis-1

WYOMING

Lander-1

Sheridan-1

ALBERTA

Edmonton-1

Lethbridge-4

BRITISH COLUMBIA

Penticton-2

Spartwood-2

OTHER STATES WITH ONE RIDER

California

Connecticut

Florida

Georgia

Indiana

Massachusetts

Minnesota

Missouri

North Carolina

New Mexico

Nevada

Oregon

Pennsylvania

Texas

Vermont

Wisconsin

Butte 100 Racers